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MANIC chronicles the filmmaker's struggle to make sense of the legacy of mental illness wreaking havoc over her siblingsā lives. Convinced that her father holds a key piece of the puzzle, she sets out to find the truth about him, and discovers a man known alternately as a cult leader, a scam artist, a prophet, and a father of fifteen. A man whose charisma and visions brought people together under the promise of spiritual enlightenment but left behind a legacy of pain and betrayal. Born George Edwards, he was no ordinary man. With a larger-than-life personality and unshakable confidence, he rose to become the self-proclaimed prophet of a close-knit yet deeply fractured community. His followers saw him as a savior, a guiding light who promised to unlock the mysteries of the universe. But behind the scenes, Seanās manic episodes and unchecked power spiraled into chaos. Families were torn apart, relationships were strained, and what began as a hopeful movement turned into a cautionary tale of manipulation and disillusionment. Instagram - @realstoriesdocs Any queries, please contact us at: owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com
